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The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

Athlete of the Month

By Julie Kracov, Online Arts Editor October 24, 2011

      With intensity, vigor and a will to win, senior Kristina Roberts adds so much more to her team than just the regular key traits necessary to be a successful field hockey goalie. She...

Tennis finishes season at 9-1, prepares for counties

By By Maddy Flax Sports Editor October 24, 2011

      Despite a 6-1 loss to Whitman Oct. 4, the girls tennis team finished off its regular season with back-to-back wins against Poolesville Oct. 10 and Springbrook Oct. 11. The wins advanced...

Volleyball breaks from up and down pattern

By By Matt Raab, Production Editor October 24, 2011

  The girls volleyball team shut out Seneca Valley 3-0 Oct. 18, a needed bolster to the team’s confidence after recent losses. The team improved its record to 7-4 with the win and has almost guaranteed...

Intramurals give students alternate lunchtime activity

By Jenna Cantor, News Editor October 24, 2011

  Lunchtime intramural sports have started up again this year after they were cancelled last year because they got too competitive, according to athletic director David Kelley.   Physical...

Fantasy cross country takes hold in County

  Fantasy baseball, football and basketball are all well-known fantasy leagues in the CHS community. However, a new fantasy league, the fantasy cross country league, has emerged and is quickly running...

XC looks to improve on last year’s 2nd place finish

By Zoe Forster, Business Manager October 3, 2011

  Several CHS runners were chosen to participate in the Woodward Relays Sept. 6 at Georgetown prep. The boys came in second place out of 11 competing schools in the 6-mile-two-man relay, while the...

Girls volleyball dominates during perfect season start

By Jamie Lescht, Public Relations October 3, 2011

  The girls volleyball team continued its season Sept. 15 with a 3-0 victory against Watkins Mill HS. The team held its own by leading throughout most of the game and hopes to continue its success...

JV soccer welcomes new coach, embraces style

By Hanna Taft, Staff Writer October 3, 2011

  Akinola Lake’s addition to the soccer program is definitely a pleasant surprise. With his will to win and his love for the game, CHS’s newest boys JV soccer coach has big plans for his players...

Superfan Kickoff Cookout aims to boost school spirit

By Danny Weiss Online Sports Editor October 3, 2011

  Everyone gathered around a grill last year with the smell of burgers and dogs wafting in the air, excited for the girls lacrosse playoff game. Even though just one small grill was cooking, everyone...

Golf team tees off, places second in first match

By Brett Sachs, Production Editor October 3, 2011

  Despite a slow start to the season, the golf team is working hard toward a successful year. Led by co-captains seniors Phillip Ahn and Brandon Fisher, the Bulldogs are looking to improve their...

Boys soccer thrills with wins over Urbana, Clarksburg

By Luke Frentsos, Photography Editor October 3, 2011

  In previous years, the CHS boys soccer team has been strong and has performed well in many games. Unfortunately, due to the bad weather, many of its games have been postponed or rescheduled. However,...

Football kicks off season with three commanding wins

By Joel Denicoff, Sports Editor October 3, 2011

  The football team started off the season in the right direction as the team blew out B-CC 47-7 at home Sept. 16.   The win improved the team’s record to 3-0, to put them in first place...

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